Washington State Department of Corrections, Washington
End of Watch Friday, June 15, 1979
Add to My HeroesWilliam Cross
Sergeant Cross fatally stabbed while assisting other officers during a disturbance at the Washington State Penitentiary in Walla Walla, Washington.
One inmate was convicted of second degree murder in connection with Sergeant Cross' death. The inmate committed suicide in his cell after being convicted. A second inmate, who was the brother of the convicted inmate, was acquitted of murder chargers.
Sergeant Cross was survived by his wife, parents, and brother.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Stabbed
- Weapon Edged weapon
- Offender Committed suicide
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsSGT CROSS, FAMILY TIME HAS PASSED BUT WE STILL REMEMBER YOUR SACRIFICE PROTECTING THE CITIZENS OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON.
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